Dale Griffin Duling

Dale Griffin Duling

Dale Duling Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Aug. 19 to Aug. 20, 2008.
DULING, Dale Griffin, 67, of Richmond, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 17, 2008. She is survived by her devoted husband, retired Detective Sgt. Dalton R. Duling, aka "Sgt. Santa"; a brother, James Griffin; a nephew, Lewis Griffin; a niece, Sarah Griffin; and two step-children, Tanya Duling Kelly and Darrin W. Duling. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, August 21, at Discovery United Methodist Church. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Discovery United Methodist Church, 13000 Gayton Rd., Richmond, Va. 23233.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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October 13, 2008

David Allen posted to the memorial.

August 29, 2008

Mary Lou Farley Chamorro posted to the memorial.

August 25, 2008

Joe Mitchell posted to the memorial.

David Allen

October 13, 2008

Rick
I just learned today (10.14.08) of Dale's passing; to say I am shocked is an understatement. May the God of peace and love be with and bless you. I only knew Dale 67 years; that was not enough time. The 4 of us were going to Hewlett after Christmas.

Mary Lou Farley Chamorro

August 29, 2008

Rickie,
I was so sad to learn of Dale's passing today. We have been friends and neighbors since we were 12 years old. Jaime and I want you to know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Joe Mitchell

August 25, 2008

Ricky, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joy Wells

August 22, 2008

Sgt. Santa, My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless! Your Friend at Virginia Farm Bureau

ROBERTA RESPESS

August 21, 2008

RICKY,
MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU SAFE IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR WIFE. I LOVE YOU MY FRIEND AND WILL SEE YOU SOON WITH MY DOLLS AT THE SHOWPLACE. GOD'S PEACE BE WITH YOU AND YOURS!

John and Edith Harris

August 21, 2008

Ricky:

Edith and I want you and your family to know that you have our deepest sympathy in the bereavement of your wife.

Lisa Lippman

August 20, 2008

Ricky,
Rob and I are so saddened by Dale's passing. We always looked forward to seeing her at neighborhood gatherings and will treasure the time spent with both of you on the 4th . It has been a privilege to have known her for the past 25 years. She will be missed.

Steve Csaky

August 20, 2008

I'm so sorry Ricky.

Don Schultz

August 20, 2008

Ricky, I was saddened to hear about your loss. I will have you and family in my prayers.
Don Schultz

Katherine Smith

August 20, 2008

My husband and I extend our deepest sympathies for the loss of Mrs. Duling. I'll always remember how fun and gay she was during neighborhood gatherings. She will be sorely missed.

Katherine and Houshi Pirouzan
Byrd Park neighbors

Elena Siddall

August 20, 2008

Ricky,
I am so sad about Dale's sudden passing- bu she would have said it: If you gotta go then GO!! She was so quick and inquisitive and had a question and....seeking an answer on so many issues. She will be missed!!! Even by folks who knew her only from our endless e-mail exchanges- jokes- or political commentary-Regards,Elena Siddall Bavon ,Va.

Vi Gaither

August 20, 2008

Hello Santa,

I am so sorry to hear about Dale, I never met her but I know you will miss her deeply. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I miss seeing you. I love yah!

Ric Farrow

August 20, 2008

Ricky,

I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. I know how much you cherished Dale and the strength and support she was for you. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. As the Holidays approach realize that there is now another Angel in Heaven working with you, your family, and all those involved that help you in your personal ministry of love for the children and under privileged in Richmond.

Know that we are all here to support you in any way that we can and that you can count on my team and me for continued partnership this Christmas as we have in the past and through out the year.

All of our love and God's blessings to you and your family.

Ric and the entire Angel Tree team.

David Pippin

August 20, 2008

Darrin,

My thoughts are with you and your family.

Calvin Libron, Jr

August 20, 2008

May God's speed be with the Duling Family.

Vic and Virginia Weaver

August 19, 2008

Ricky,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sheriff C.T. Woody,Jr.

August 19, 2008

Our prayers are with you and the Duling Family. God Bless.

Sheriff C.T.Woody and Family.

R. Kenneth Ballowe (Retired R.P.D)

August 19, 2008

Rickey:
My thoughts and prayers are with you, I have been there. ten years ago. May GOD give you peace and comfort.

Sherri Glenn Bowen

August 19, 2008

Ricky,

My Mom and Dad, Edna and Sonny Glenn knew you well and I remember growing up around you and your wife. 'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,
Sherri Glenn Bowen

Jim Crotty

August 19, 2008

Ricky, and the entire Duling Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. As are the thoughts and prayers of everyone who knows you, mine are with you also.

Rev. Dewey Powell

August 19, 2008

Kay and I remember the old times we spent together with you and Dale. Kay and Dale were in the same graduation class at Thomas Jefferson High School while you and I served the City of Richmond.

Our God is a merciful God who loves you and has provided for you and all who trust in His Son Jesus Christ. Trust and obey for there is no other way.

Blessings

Robert Walker

August 19, 2008

Ricky-
So sorry to hear of the loss of your wife. May you find the strength to endure this terrible loss and may the happier memories sustain you.

Pam Horton (Aholtz)

August 19, 2008

Ricky,
I was sorry to read about the passing of your wife. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Paulette Davidson

August 19, 2008

Sgt. Santa and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Wayne Dawson

August 19, 2008

Ricky, sorry for your loss. No doubt your many friends & church will help & support you during your time of grief. Hang in there, you've got some good friends - I know.
W. Dawson retired fire & son of Lt. 'Mike' Dawson (RPD).

Janice Dale

August 19, 2008

The Duling family; I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Bill/Lynn Lowe

August 19, 2008

Dear Ricky,

Bill and I are deeply sorry to hear of the passing of your wife. You and yours are in our thoughts. Hang in there!

Georgie DeRusha-Lucas

August 19, 2008

Ricky,
I extend heartfelt sympathy at this most sad loss. May our Lord comfort you, mend your heart and lift your spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with you, especially during this difficult time and always.
I Love You,
Georgie DeRusha-Lucas

Len Brightwell

August 19, 2008

Thinking of you Santa. You're in my prayers!

John Taylor

August 19, 2008

Dear Ricky and Family,

I am deeply sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

John Henry Taylor
Retired - Richmond Police Dept.

Huey Singleton

August 19, 2008

Ricky, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved wife. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Martha Cozart

August 19, 2008

The Dulings (all of them) have been in my life as long as I can remember. Ricky, Sgt. Santa, I love you and will pray for your strength through this. I'm here for you should you need anything.

Nita (Powell) Newcomb

August 19, 2008

Sgt.Santa,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs.Duling.
My Sympathy goes out to you.
May God Bless and keep you in his care.

Sherry Guse

August 19, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

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